ICAI Exhibition: 'Hope and Love for Humanity' by Fadi Alkhouri
Join us at the Central Library in Calgary, AB, Canada for the opening of the ICAI Exhibition 'Hope and Love for Humanity' by the acclaimed artist Fadi Alkhouri. Experience a breathtaking display of sculptures that embody hope and love for humanity. This is your chance to immerse yourself in an artistry that transcends boundaries and resonates deeply with the human spirit.
Details
Exhibition Duration: April 6-31, 2024
Exhibition Opening: Saturday April 6, 2024, 3-5pm (Doors at 2:30pm)
Location: Calgary Central Library, Level 0
Secure your spot at the Exhibition Opening Reception and meet the artist while exploring his creative process, uniting in celebration of the boundless possibilities of human expression through art.
Exhibition Opening Reception: RSVP
We look forward to seeing you there!
About the Curator
The Hope and Love for Humanity exhibition is curated by the Immigrant Council for Arts Innovation (ICAI), established in January 2019. Committed to transforming Alberta's arts landscape, ICAI aims to empower immigrant and newcomer arts professionals by offering tailored opportunities. ICAI serves as a supportive hub, providing resources and platforms for immigrant and newcomer arts professionals to thrive in Alberta. We champion diversity of expression and cultivate a safe, welcoming environment where artists feel empowered to share their work and cultural identities confidently.
About the Artist
Fadi Alkhouri is a seasoned artist with over three decades of experience in Fine Arts. As a member of the Syrian Plastic Artists Union, his contributions to the world of art are both profound and prolific. With a portfolio boasting over 400 artworks, including sculptures and paintings, Fadi's creative journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From Syria to Lebanon, his works have captivated audiences and garnered awards, with many sculptures now gracing public spaces in Syria. Fadi's artistry, now rooted in Calgary, Alberta, continues to evolve, drawing inspiration from the intricate relationship between humanity and the natural world.
FADI ALKHOURI
Artist Statement:
I graduated in Fine arts from Damascus University in 1991. I’m a member of the Syrian Plastic Artists Union. I have over 30 years of experience in the Arts work—400 artworks, sculptures and paintings between 2002 and 2019. I have experience in art decoration as a job for income between 1992 and 2002. I’m a Professional sculptor in stone and wood carving—interior decoration and design—and Gypsum board installation. I have experience in iron artwork, welding, and mural artwork on walls and canvas. I participated in many exhibitions in Syria and Lebanon and several individual shows. One of My sculpture works was installed in the town square. It was made from local marble chosen to be shown in Palmera City (a historical place in Syria). I had to leave my country and my workshop, where I spent most of my life doing artwork practice. Now, I'm a resident in Calgary, Alberta, building my capacity and my portfolio in my new home and hoping to keep doing artwork as a career as it used to be. My inspiration comes from the relationship between humans and nature and animals, and most of the time, my inspiration comes from the shape of the wood I'm going to carve but under the theme I choose to create. I translate what I see in nature and humans and animals into abstract designs or surrealism.
Dreamy Faces, Fadi Alkhouri
Connect with Fadi Alkhouri
Instagram: @fadidoinart
Facebook: Fadi Alkhouri
For more information, contact programs@icaionline.org